RFL launches compliance investigation into Salford Red Devils squad selection for Super League game at St Helens

17 February 2025, 13:29 | Updated: 17 February 2025, 16:25

The Rugby Football League has launched a compliance investigation into Salford's decision to field a reserve squad in Saturday's Betfred Super League opener at St Helens, which they lost by a competition record 82-0.

The investigation could result in Salford being charged with a breach of operational rules, which if proven would expose the club to a range of potential sanctions.

A statement issued on Monday read: "The RFL have today contacted Salford Red Devils to confirm that a compliance investigation will be launched to consider the circumstances around their squad selection for Saturday's Betfred Super League fixture at St Helens, and whether they have brought the sport into disrepute."

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